2006-10-12 11:42:54 · 7 answers · asked by dcrotty23@sbcglobal.net 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Most likely the framing is 24 inches on center when it should be 16 in. If 1/2 in. or 3/8 dry wall is used on 2 ft. centers pillowing can happen. It also sounds you have a moisture problem which will cause this to happen even faster. If you think the rockers shorted you on nails or screws try adding some, you'll be able to tell real fast once you add a few and it's a pretty easy fix. Ceiling joists and wall studs arn't perfect. This is called the crown and they should all be installed the same way, facing out. If all your walls and ceilings are pillowing, not just one or two youv'e got venting issues causing alot of moisture into wall cavities. Check your soffit vents and roof top vents, do you see frost in your attic? You shouldnt. Mabye to much insulation was packed in! There are alot of possibilities. Good luck
2006-10-12 16:01:56 · answer #1 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is always the likelihood that the ceiling joists have sagged enough to cause a hairline fracture in the plaster in the middle of the room. First, go to the attic and check for the need to jack the ceiling, brace the joists and then do what you can to lightly fill in the crack. I brace the joists by crossing them with a 3x4 or two sitting on edge and screwing them to the existing joists with metal plates, or construct a rafter for the purpose and tie to the roof.
2014-10-05 01:22:01 · answer #2 · answered by St.ago M 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If "pillowing" means sagging or bulging sheet rock, it could be too few nails into the studs, and/or a thin sheet rock. I doubt that, but it should be 1/2-3/4 inches. I hope it's not moisture.
I've seen workman skimp on nails, especially if they're running low on the job.
If your AC is in the attic, check for overflow and/or clogged drain of the evaporation pan. Had that happen once.
2006-10-12 19:01:07 · answer #3 · answered by ed 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like a water problem. Look for roof leaks or outside wall leaks. If your home is new call the builder. If not new, remove a piece of base board and knock a hole in the wall in back of the base. Smell for mildew. If mildew smell call your insurance company, it may be covered. Even if not covered you can still call insurance re construction companies. Good luck
2006-10-12 21:53:12 · answer #4 · answered by rlbendele1 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Stop using walls and ceilings as a bed, and the pillowing should stop.
2006-10-12 19:06:58 · answer #5 · answered by steviewag 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
most builders glue and nail the walls it is probably the insulation buldging the wall out . is this on inside walls or outside walls
2006-10-12 19:59:34 · answer #6 · answered by Chad O 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would think you had a serious moisture problem.
2006-10-12 18:58:02 · answer #7 · answered by Polyhistor 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋